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Democratic Illinois Rep. Jesse Jackson Jr. is undergoing “intensive” medical treatment for a mood disorder, his office said Wednesday evening. No other information was made available on Jackson’s condition, such as the details of what mood disorder he is being treated for or when — or even if — he will return to his official duties.

Does the congressman owe a more detailed explanation to his Illinois constituents and the American taxpayers who pay his salary? Or are privacy concerns at play here?

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